December 17 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Hanoi. With minimal rain risk (8%) and pleasant highs of 21°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Hanoi right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Hanoi
Currency
VND
₫ Vietnamese đồng
Language
Vietnamese
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.786
Hanoi Weather Forecast for December 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.6°C. 8% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Hanoi in December
Based on historical data for December 17, Hanoi typically experiences temperatures between 13.7°C and 20.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (8% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Hanoi
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.7°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
8%
Avg 0.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1020.6 hPa
Medium volatility
Hanoi Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 84% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.7°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Vietnam
Flight Traffic
High
90/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~265
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Hanoi
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:28
☀️ Noon
11:53
🌇 Sunset
17:19
⏱️ Daylight
10h 51m
Wind Speed
11.9 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
5.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
69%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Hanoi
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Hanoi on December 17 averages 20.6°C with a 8% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Hanoi Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Hanoi Worth Visiting on December 17?
Planning a trip to Hanoi on December 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.6°C with a 8% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 265 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for Vietnam, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.3°C in 2019, while the coldest dropped to 9.3°C in 2024.